Month: February 2025

Senators Marshall and Cramer Reintroduce Fair Access to Banking Act to Combat Discriminatory Practices
U.S. Senators Roger Marshall, M.D. and Kevin Cramer reintroduced the Fair Access to Banking Act to ensure fair access to financial services. The bill mandates

Kansas Profile – Now That’s Rural: Lois Wenz, Wenz Interiors
By Ron Wilson, director of the Huck Boyd National Institute for Rural Development at Kansas State University “Treat the customer like you were doing their

Limited Services at Fort Riley Tomorrow Due to Predicted Severe Weather
Fort Riley Due to the predicted severe winter weather conditions affecting the area, Fort Riley and Irwin ArmyCommunity Hospital (IACH) will operate with minimal manning

Items Discussed During USD 379’s Regular Monthly Meeting on February 10th
Topics discussed during USD 379’s monthly Board Meeting on February 10th included: Grants, USD 334 Consolidation, School Improvement Day, Curriculum, Legislation, and more. Wakefield would

Local Organization Empowers Community Through Canine Assistance
A family-owned business in Concordia, KS is making a lasting impact on rural communities, training service dogs for people with disabilities. At CARES (Canine Assistance

Governor Kelly Orders State Office Buildingsin Shawnee County Closed WednesdayDue to Inclement Weather
Press Release TOPEKA – Due to safety concerns regarding winter weather conditions resulting from the approaching winter storm, Governor Laura Kelly has issued a Declaration

Seven Kansas Conservation Groups Awarded Big Game Hunting Permits to Fund Wildlife Projects
Seven conservation organizations have been selected to receive Commission Big Game Hunting Permits through a drawing by Kansas Wildlife and Parks Commissioners on January 30.

AAA Urges Caution as Winter Storm Brings Heavy Snow to Northeast Kansas
With 5-8 inches of snow expected in northeast Kansas, AAA is advising drivers to prepare for hazardous conditions. Governor Laura Kelly has issued a state
GMCF President & CEO Vern Henricks Honored as 2024 C. Clyde Jones Volunteer of the Year
The Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce has honored current Greater Manhattan Community Foundation President & CEO Vern Henricks as the 2024 C. Clyde Jones Volunteer

Revitalization Expert Jeff Siegler to Tackle Civic Apathy and Inspire Action in Marysville
OneMarysville Community revitalization expert Jeff Siegler will visit Marysville to deliver a free presentation, “Civic Apathy, Civic Pride,” on Saturday, February 22, at Marysville City